1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | |
| Make | AMC | Daimler |
| Model | Javelin | One-O-Four |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
